Worth Coming Back? - Guild Wars Forums

Bastian · Jun 26, 2009, 08:23 PM // 20:23

So I haven't played GWs in over a year. I used to PvE and PvP a lot. I logged in recently and it seems like people are returning to the game.

Is this true, does it seem that people are starting to play more? What about HA and GvG?

Is it worth coming back? Have PvE and PvP skill balancing issued been fixed? Any new content or fun stuff to farm for?

Any update and opinion is welcome.

Thanks!

mazza558 · Jun 26, 2009, 08:53 PM // 20:53

The biggest update was earlier this year, when daily quests were added and there's a new area to store pets. You can also change your character's appearance and name for a fee.

If you're a ritualist/have one, you might want to know that in the most recent update, they are now incredibly powerful in PvE. But there's been so much, you ought to just head to the Wiki and have a look through the updates.

There's still a fair few people playing - especially in the American districts, and you get a lot of people playing the daily quests too.

bhavv · Jun 26, 2009, 09:16 PM // 21:16

To PVE yes.

To PVP no.

I recently joined a GVG guild and during peak hours when most people are playing, we still had to wait over 30 mins each time we wanted a match, and then we faced the same few guilds just about everyday.

Back when I used to GVG, I never had to wait more than a couple of minutes at the most.

HA is full of even more ridiculous Metas now, and balanced teams dont even stand any chance of winning against Hexway or Mathway, even Iway is still around and powered up by the new E/Rt healer meta, although the E/Rt was nerfed in the last update while Rits were buffed, so I dont know if they are still popular now.

Apollo Smile · Jun 26, 2009, 09:24 PM // 21:24

Not like it costs anything. Just go find out.

russiansteven · Jun 26, 2009, 10:35 PM // 22:35

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Originally Posted by Apollo Smile

Not like it costs anything. Just go find out.

Just like Apollo said, Just go find out for yourself and see if you like it

Killed u man · Jun 26, 2009, 10:36 PM // 22:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apollo Smile

Not like it costs anything. Just go find out.

What this guy said.

Tough note: (It's personal opinion)

PvE is and always has been worth it. I have always found GW PvE to be one of the best I've ever played, the only downside really is the fact there is no end-game content.

As for PvP, It's total shit right now. In HA, it's pretty much as much build wars as it ever was, with the difference that the difference between builds has become so big, skill can't even make a difference no more. (So HA is now 95% Rock paper scissors)

As for BUYING it (or expensions), I would have to say:

Do you think it's worth to pay XXX dollars to complete the PvE storyline?

If it is, go for it, if it isn't than don't buy it. The PvP is DEFINATLY a reason NOT to buy GW... (Instead, wait for GW2)

Dawn Angelheart · Jun 26, 2009, 11:09 PM // 23:09

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Originally Posted by bhavv

To PVP no.

I recently joined a GVG guild and during peak hours when most people are playing, we still had to wait over 30 mins each time we wanted a match, and then we faced the same few guilds just about everyday.

Back when I used to GVG, I never had to wait more than a couple of minutes at the most.

peak hours are what? i Gvg everyday GMT 7pm or there abouts. never waiting more than 3-5 mins for a match.

Commander Kanen · Jun 26, 2009, 11:20 PM // 23:20

Yes !. is the short answer. after say a year of updates its fun to play with the new skill updates and content for about a month max, then you will get bored.

However you will have fun for a month. (if you already own GW its nice. but dont buy it)

BTW nice pic! Fight Club rocks the boat

Da Rk Bl Ad E · Jun 26, 2009, 11:52 PM // 23:52

Been thinking of coming back myself, don't get my new computer for a few weeks though.

Bastian · Jun 27, 2009, 12:23 AM // 00:23

Thanks guys. I understand the go and play concept, I did log in, but looking for groups and understanding the meta in PvP takes longer than a few hours, so I thought it would just be easier to ask.

I already own every expansion, so I don't need to buy anything. Daily quests seem interesting, I will have to check it out.

I appreciate all the comments and I look forward to other people's comments. Everyone has intrigued me enough to start looking around again.

Thanks!

refer · Jun 28, 2009, 12:03 AM // 00:03

Oh yes - new death level method for Pets too. Commit suicide with superior runes in the Menagerie while holding a vampiric weapon with 2 Flesh of My Flesh Mesmers after clearing out all but one of what you want to level up. Really fast.

inspired_art · Jun 28, 2009, 12:40 AM // 00:40

Is anyone really playing anymore? What are some of the most active guilds?

Island Guardian · Jun 28, 2009, 12:45 AM // 00:45

Nope no point

Helix Dreadlock · Jun 28, 2009, 05:14 AM // 05:14

Turn aroudn now! BEFORE YOU GET SUCKED INTO THE GW VACUUM!

inspired_art · Jun 28, 2009, 06:21 AM // 06:21

Helix Dreadlock: Turn aroudn now! BEFORE YOU GET SUCKED INTO THE GW VACUUM!

So what are you saying? I'm being an airhead right now, sorry

Jun 26, 2009, 08:23 PM // 20:23	#1
Bastian Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Mar 2006 Profession: Mo/A	Worth Coming Back? So I haven't played GWs in over a year. I used to PvE and PvP a lot. I logged in recently and it seems like people are returning to the game. Is this true, does it seem that people are starting to play more? What about HA and GvG? Is it worth coming back? Have PvE and PvP skill balancing issued been fixed? Any new content or fun stuff to farm for? Any update and opinion is welcome. Thanks!

Jun 26, 2009, 08:53 PM // 20:53	#2
mazza558 Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Mar 2006 Profession: R/	The biggest update was earlier this year, when daily quests were added and there's a new area to store pets. You can also change your character's appearance and name for a fee. If you're a ritualist/have one, you might want to know that in the most recent update, they are now incredibly powerful in PvE. But there's been so much, you ought to just head to the Wiki and have a look through the updates. There's still a fair few people playing - especially in the American districts, and you get a lot of people playing the daily quests too.

Jun 26, 2009, 09:16 PM // 21:16	#3
bhavv Furnace Stoker Join Date: Sep 2006	To PVE yes. To PVP no. I recently joined a GVG guild and during peak hours when most people are playing, we still had to wait over 30 mins each time we wanted a match, and then we faced the same few guilds just about everyday. Back when I used to GVG, I never had to wait more than a couple of minutes at the most. HA is full of even more ridiculous Metas now, and balanced teams dont even stand any chance of winning against Hexway or Mathway, even Iway is still around and powered up by the new E/Rt healer meta, although the E/Rt was nerfed in the last update while Rits were buffed, so I dont know if they are still popular now.

Jun 26, 2009, 09:24 PM // 21:24	#4
Apollo Smile Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jan 2008 Guild: [LORE] Profession: E/Mo	Not like it costs anything. Just go find out.

Jun 26, 2009, 11:20 PM // 23:20	#8
Commander Kanen Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Mar 2008 Guild: [DVDF] Profession: P/	Yes !. is the short answer. after say a year of updates its fun to play with the new skill updates and content for about a month max, then you will get bored. However you will have fun for a month. (if you already own GW its nice. but dont buy it) BTW nice pic! Fight Club rocks the boat

Jun 26, 2009, 11:52 PM // 23:52	#9
Da Rk Bl Ad E Krytan Explorer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Belfast - Northern Ireland Profession: D/W	Been thinking of coming back myself, don't get my new computer for a few weeks though.

Jun 27, 2009, 12:23 AM // 00:23	#10
Bastian Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Mar 2006 Profession: Mo/A	Thanks guys. I understand the go and play concept, I did log in, but looking for groups and understanding the meta in PvP takes longer than a few hours, so I thought it would just be easier to ask. I already own every expansion, so I don't need to buy anything. Daily quests seem interesting, I will have to check it out. I appreciate all the comments and I look forward to other people's comments. Everyone has intrigued me enough to start looking around again. Thanks!

Jun 28, 2009, 12:03 AM // 00:03	#11
refer Jungle Guide Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: US	Oh yes - new death level method for Pets too. Commit suicide with superior runes in the Menagerie while holding a vampiric weapon with 2 Flesh of My Flesh Mesmers after clearing out all but one of what you want to level up. Really fast.

Jun 28, 2009, 12:40 AM // 00:40	#12
inspired_art Pre-Searing Cadet Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The City of Sin Guild: The Elite Fallen Profession: W/R	Is anyone really playing anymore? What are some of the most active guilds?

Jun 28, 2009, 12:45 AM // 00:45	#13
Island Guardian Krytan Explorer Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Kam AD1 farming ^^ Guild: Do it for [FAME] Profession: W/E	Nope no point

Jun 28, 2009, 05:14 AM // 05:14	#14
Helix Dreadlock Jungle Guide Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Imperial Sanctum Guild: Legendary Drunken Masters [DUI] Profession: E/Me	Turn aroudn now! BEFORE YOU GET SUCKED INTO THE GW VACUUM!

Jun 28, 2009, 06:21 AM // 06:21	#15
inspired_art Pre-Searing Cadet Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The City of Sin Guild: The Elite Fallen Profession: W/R	Helix Dreadlock: Turn aroudn now! BEFORE YOU GET SUCKED INTO THE GW VACUUM! So what are you saying? I'm being an airhead right now, sorry